your guide to staying fit during the holidays by holden buckner

STAYING FIT DURINGTHE HOLIDAYS

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PLAN AHEADChances are that between decorating the

house, shopping for gifts, and hosting guests, itwill seem like you don’t have time to workout.

But if you plan out your training a month inadvance, nothing has to get in the way. Your

workout plans will be locked into yourcalendar, and the holiday rush will take a stepback in your priority list. If you know you will

be travelling during the holidays, plan inadvance as well. Ramp up your workout

sessions previous to leaving town and use thetime during your vacation as recovery days.Whatever you plan on doing, just take your

time to exercise as a serious commitment youcan’t afford to cancel or reschedule.



BE AN EARLY BIRDBeat the temptation to skip on exercisingby getting it done early in the morning. Ifyou already exercise early in the day, thiswill be a breeze for you. If you’re the kindof person who prefers to workout later inthe day or after work, move the routine toearly in the AM, at least until the holidaysare over. The change in schedule may bea drag at first, but trust me it will be worthit. You will avoid any last-minute changes

to plans from interfering with yourworkout, and in the long-run you will

better about getting it done.



FIND A TRAINING PARTNER

Staying motivated is key during theholidays. A great way to do that is finding

a training partner. Grab your kids, yourspouse, or even a visiting family member

and include them in your workoutcommitments. Turn your exercise into a

challenge with your partner. For example,whoever skimps out or loses needs to

double up on a routine the next day. Thisway you’ll not only turn exercising into

something fun, but you will also be lesslikely to skip it.



TRACK YOUR CALORIE INTAKE

Just like you will track your activity level,you should also track your calorie intake,

especially during the holidays. With allthe parties, the cooking, the baking, and

the drinking it’s easy to lose track ofeverything and then find yourself more

than a few pounds heavier once theholidays are over. Keep a food diary orlog and remain aware of the amount of

calories you’re taking in and how you canplay around with that calorie intake. For

example, if you plan on feasting on somehigh-calorie options, plan on eating

smaller portions or low-calorie foodslater in the day.



HYDRATEWhatever you do, stay hydrated! It’s a

known fact that your brain can confusethirst for hunger. So make sure to drink

eight glasses of water per day, and don’tforget to drink to one to two big glassesof water before a meal. If you’re the kind

of person who forgets to drink water,especially when you’re running aroundduring the holidays, set a timer on your

phone to remind you to drink water. Youcan also pack a large water bottle early in

the day, and carry it with you whereveryou go.



INDULGE FOR A SINGLE DAY, NOT A SEASON

The most important thing during theholidays is that you remain happy.

Remember, keeping up with an exerciseand diet routine doesn’t mean you haveto deprive yourself from indulging in theholiday spirit. Have your cheat day and

enjoy your favorite foods. Just make sureyou indulge for one day, not from

Thanksgiving all the way up to NewYear’s Day.



your guide to staying fit during the holidays by holden buckner

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